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This job opportunity is with the Judicial Branch of the Federal Government. The judicial branch is one of the three separate and distinct branches of the U.S. government and is independent from the other two. The Clerk's Office of the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska is seeking a court reporter in Omaha. This position reports directly to the Chief Deputy Clerk. Travel to the divisional office in Lincoln will be required from time to time for court proceedings. Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance Health and dependent reimbursement accounts Student loan forgiveness Federal Employee Retirement System Thrift Savings Plan with 5% match Flexible work schedule Telework Paid annual and sick leave Paid federal holidays Parking On-site fitness facility Qualifications must be met at the time of the application. Only applicants meeting the following will be considered: One (1) year of prime stenographic court reporting experience in the freelance field of service, in other courts, or a combination thereof (e.g., depositions, adversary proceedings before a presiding official, grand jury proceedings); Successful completion of the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) exam of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA); Realtime certification is preferred; special consideration will be extended to reporters who possess a Registered Merit Reporter (RMR) or Registered Diplomate Reporter (RDR) certification; Skilled in the use of computer-aided transcription equipment (CAT); Possess and provide all necessary personal equipment and software, including up-to-date software and hardware used to produce realtime translations; Must possess strong organizational skills and excellent communication skills to permit the production of transcripts within strict time limitations, work well under pressure, and be willing to work as part of a team of court reporters under the direction of the Chief Deputy Clerk in fulfilling the needs of all judicial officers of the court. The candidate must possess tact, judgment, poise, initiative, always maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, strong team orientation, and customer service skills. Salary Range: Five incremental levels are authorized for RMR and/or realtime certification. Starting salary level is commensurate with qualifications. Pay scale and grade: CR 1-4 Level 1: $96,408, minimum requirement. Level 2: $101,229 ($96,408 plus 5%), requires RMR certification. Level 3: $106,049 ($96,408 plus 10%), requires realtime certification. Level 4: $110,869 ($96,408 plus 15%), requires RMR and realtime certifications. Level 5: $115,690 ($96,408 plus 20%), requires RMR and realtime certifications, and longevity; current Federal Judiciary Court Reporters hired before October 11, 2009, only. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Courts

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